(a) An applicant for a hemp research license must also submit a research plan providing the following information:
  (1) a detailed statement specifying the nature and purpose of the hemp related research to be conducted;
  (2) all locations where hemp related research will be conducted;
  (3) the varieties of hemp to be utilized for the research purposes; and
  (4) such other information as may be requested by the Department.
(b) A hemp research license holder must also submit an annual research plan detailing the location, activities, and the results of the hemp related research conducted by the hemp research license holder during the previous twelve (12) month period. Trade secret or patent information developed due to hemp research may be omitted from the annual research plan so long as there is a necessity for the research institution to protect such information.

Source Note: The provisions of this §24.50 adopted to be effective March 11, 2020, 45 TexReg 1655